Scotland Faces Belarus in Behind-Closed-Doors World Cup Qualifier

Scotland faces a crucial World Cup qualifying match against Belarus, with former midfielder Michael Stewart calling it a 'must-win' to build momentum in the short campaign. Scotland earned a valuable point in their opener against Denmark and now aim to secure four points from their first two away games, despite playing Belarus behind closed doors in Hungary without the support of the Tartan Army. Manager Steve Clarke acknowledges the challenge, emphasizing respect for Belarus and the importance of maintaining intensity despite the lack of fan support. Greek football expert Harry Symeou highlights Scotland's superior quality compared to Belarus and predicts a tight contest among Scotland, Greece, and Denmark for World Cup qualification. Strikers Lyndon Dykes and Che Adams are seen as key to Scotland's attacking approach, with Clarke's tactical choices reflecting an effort to exploit weaknesses in opponents. Overall, Scotland seeks to capitalize on their strong defensive capabilities and quality to advance in the competitive Group C.